Chapter 230

Erica's eyes fluttered open. Her body was about to rise, but a strong hand still circled her waist. Arnold's warm breath still brushed her neck. Erica closed her eyes again, savoring every beat of her racing heart. She smiled, remembering what happened the night before. Arnold had brought her to a peak of pleasure she had never experienced in her life. Though it had started with pain, Arnold managed to turn all that pain into pure bliss.

Erica moved slightly, creating a bit of noise as she tried to get up. This action only stirred something within Arnold. He tightened his embrace around Erica.

"Where are you going, darling?"

Erica's heart soared at the endearment Arnold used. She lost count of how many times he had called her "darling" the night before. Her husband had also said "I love you" several times during their intimate moments. Erica's love for Arnold grew exponentially.

"I want to take a shower," Erica murmured playfully.

"Do you want me to bathe you, hmm?" Arnold pressed